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ACL injury sidelines Maddie Dahlien for rest of Reign season

Seattle forward Maddie Dahlien tore her ACL while training with the U.S. under-23 women’s national team and has been placed on the Reign’s season-ending injury list. She finishes her second season with three goals and four assists in 25 appearances.

ACL injury sidelines Maddie Dahlien for rest of Reign season

Seattle Reign forward Maddie Dahlien will miss the remainder of the season after tearing her ACL at training camp with the U.S. under-23 women’s national team, the club announced Saturday, Oct. 17.

The Reign placed Dahlien on the season-ending injury list. General manager Lesle Gallimore said the club was “heartbroken” for Dahlien and would focus on providing support and resources during her recovery.

In her second season with Seattle, Dahlien played 1,937 minutes across 25 appearances. She scored three goals, including two game-winners, and recorded four assists, tied for the team lead.

The Reign, who are 12-11-4, return from the international break Sunday with a road match against the Chicago Stars. Kickoff is scheduled for 4 p.m. Pacific time.

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